The Imperial Academy was the highest institution of learning in the Great Yan Kingdom. Only officials of the fifth rank or above in the capital and boys who were fourteen years of age or older could study at the Imperial Academy.
Sheng Wenjin's class is the top class, where every student is an outstanding individual with extensive knowledge.
At this moment, seeing Sheng Wenjin arrive, they all put down their books and greeted him.
Before falling into a coma, Sheng Wenjin's father was the current Grand General of the State, a rising star in the capital. His mother was the only legitimate daughter of the former Grand General of the State, and with Sheng Wenjin's outstanding abilities, his future was limitless.
Therefore, most of the students in the Imperial Academy had a pretty good relationship with Sheng Wenjin.
"Sheng Wenjin? It really is you? You brat, you've finally seen the light? You've stopped putting on airs? You've finally descended to the mortal realm and are mingling with ordinary folks like us?"
A young man dressed in fine clothes and wearing a jade crown stood up and looked at Sheng Wenjin with a reproachful expression.
Sheng Wenjin found this person's information in his memories of this life.
This person is the youngest son of the current Vice Minister of Revenue, Lord Wei. He is naturally intelligent, lively, and enjoys making friends.
Before he fell into a coma, Sheng Wenjin had the best relationship with Wei Zixun.
During the days when Sheng Wenjin was in a coma, Wei Zixun would visit Sheng Wenjin at the General's Mansion from time to time.
But since Sheng Wenjin regained consciousness, he visited less often, because Sheng Wenjin had become cold and aloof, like a saint untouched by worldly affairs, which was really quite boring...
Sheng Wenjin glanced at Wei Zixun indifferently, "I'm going to participate in this year's Spring Imperial Examination, so I'm here to study for a few days..."
Although Sheng Wenjin disliked these social interactions, since he had decided to help his sister save the world from its suffering, communicating with others was essential!
Therefore, it's better for him to be more sociable!
"Oh my! I knew it! The once attention-seeking young master shouldn't be like that anymore! Now you've finally figured it out, haven't you!"
Wei Zixun was happy to see Sheng Wenjin like this. No matter what had happened before or why his friend had changed like this, he was truly happy for his friend to see him become such a bright and handsome young man again.
"Alright, Zixun, stop fooling around!"
The white-clad man sitting next to Wei Zixun stood up and looked at Sheng Wenjin.
"Wen Jin, you haven't studied for over two years. Do you think you'll be able to pass the imperial examination? I've heard that a poor scholar has come to Yongzhou City. He's extremely learned and is said to be a peerless genius in the south. Do you think you have a chance against him?"
The man in white is Bai Mo, the eldest grandson of the Minister of Rites, and one of Sheng Wenjin's closest friends.
"certainly!"
Sheng Wenjin said it in a calm tone.
"Wow, our Shanda genius is really arrogant! I could believe you were a little more trusting when you were so cocky before, but now that you haven't studied for over two years, your studies must have been completely ruined, right?"
A young man in a blue brocade robe said in a sarcastic tone.
This young man is the grandson of the Marquis of Boyang. He is the perennial second-in-command in the imperial class, and the current empress is his aunt.
Because of his noble status and his intelligence from a young age, the Marquis of Boyang doted on him like a precious treasure.
This led to his arrogant and domineering personality.
Because Sheng Wenjin always outshone him in the Imperial Academy, he disliked Sheng Wenjin intensely.
Sheng Wenjin merely glanced at him indifferently before sitting down in his seat to read.
When Zhao Rui saw that Sheng Wenjin ignored him, he felt disregarded and a strange anger welled up in his heart.
He was jealous of Sheng Wenjin's talent, jealous of his past glory, and even more jealous that he could still attract everyone's attention even after being in a coma for two years.
So he slowly walked up to Sheng Wenjin and said provocatively:
"Great talent, how dare you participate in the imperial examination in your current state? Aren't you afraid of losing face? You haven't touched a book for two years, I'm sure you've forgotten most of what you learned back then, right? Don't end up knowing nothing and disgracing your mother's title as the number one talented woman in the Great Yan Kingdom!"
Sheng Wenjin raised his head, looked at Zhao Rui calmly, and a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
Although he didn't want to bother with such a petty person, it didn't mean he would let others insult him.
"Zhao Rui, even if I haven't read a book in two years, my talent is still far beyond yours. The reason you're targeting me like this is simply because you're afraid I'll take your number one spot, isn't it?"
Sheng Wenjin raised his head, looked at Zhao Rui indifferently, and spoke with disdain and contempt.
Zhao Rui's face turned pale and then red from the sting of Sheng Wenjin's words. He was filled with resentment but couldn't find a reason to refute him. What Sheng Wenjin said was true; he had indeed targeted Sheng Wenjin out of fear that Sheng Wenjin would steal his thunder.
However, he had no intention of giving up so easily. He glared at Sheng Wenjin and said through gritted teeth:
"Great talent, confidence is a good thing! But overconfidence is arrogance! In that case, let's wait and see! Let's see who wins the crown of the spring exam champion!"
After Zhao Rui finished speaking, he turned his head away, no longer wanting to talk to Sheng Wenjin, and picked up the book on the table to read it seriously.
Sheng Wenjin glanced at Zhao Rui indifferently, then lowered his head to continue reading his book.
Master Li walked in from outside, and when he saw Sheng Wenjin sitting in the chair, a joyful smile immediately appeared on his face.
He strode up to Sheng Wenjin, his voice trembling with excitement, and said, "Wenjin, you've finally arrived! I thought you really weren't planning to participate in the imperial examination this time!"
Sheng Wenjin raised his head, bowed respectfully to Master Li, and said, "Master, I was indeed somewhat lax before, but I have now come to a realization. I have come here today to participate in the Spring Examination, and I hope to live up to my studies and achieve good results."
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